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Best known as the star and executive producer of the hit series, THE CARBONARO EFFECT which ran for over 100 episodes on truTV and can now be seen on HBOMax, Michael Carbonaro is once again entertaining audiences around the country with his brand-new tour CARBONARO: LIES ON STAGE. A performing magician since his youth, Carbonaro went on to study experimental theater at New York University with the aspirations of entertaining audiences through a variety of theatrical mediums, including hidden-camera magic, which he later showcased frequently on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno."

Following Carbonaro's frequent late-night appearances, Michael was presented with the opportunity to launch his hit comedic series, "The Carbonaro Effect," which has run for over 100 episodes on truTV. In this series, Michael performs inventive tricks on unsuspecting members of the public who are unaware that he is a magician. Jaws drop when he causes a car to disappear from under a security guard's nose or makes alien crabs transform into kittens in a science lab. Whether posing as a coffee shop barista, museum curator, or seemingly unremarkable store clerk in the REAL world, Carbonaro's illusions - along with his absurd, matter-of-fact explanations - leave REAL people bewildered and families at home laughing out loud.

Starting in 2016 Michael embarked on an incredible run for his first theater tour with the widely acclaimed show "Michael Carbonaro Live!" Entertaining hundreds of thousands audience members over more than 200 shows the tour cemented Michael as one of the most dynamic pure entertainers of his generation. With "Carbonaro: Lies on Stage", he will continue to showcase his unmatched blend of humor and charisma along with brand new illusions which will amaze audiences of all ages.

Reviews

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 1306 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Not what I Expected

    by BVDCubeez on 9/12/23Taft Theatre - Cincinnati

    Great show! Worth the money. But, don’t go expecting to see what you saw on his TV show.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great family entertainment

    by Uncle Don on 9/12/23Genesee Theatre - Waukegan

    This is not a magic show like say Shin Lim would be.... this is a wonderful stage show that includes magic in the show. It's great for all ages and we had a very good time. Lots of audience participation that really adds to the show. Hope to see him again next year!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    The Carbanara effect is real.

    by Tom on 9/11/23Genesee Theatre - Waukegan

    Thoroughly enjoyed the show! Good family entertainment and the Genesee theater is a great place to see a show.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Magic and comedy

    by Bri on 9/11/23Genesee Theatre - Waukegan

    Very good expected more magic but he gave a lot of comedy with his show

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome Show!

    by Jane on 9/11/23Genesee Theatre - Waukegan

    Michael really knows his magic and his comedy! We were amazed and laughed a lot. Thanks for a fun evening!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Definitely worth seeing!

    by Cory on 9/11/23Genesee Theatre - Waukegan

    The show was better than we could have even expected. Hilarious, family friendly and full of surprises. Well done sir!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Michael Awesome Carbonaro

    by Nora on 9/11/23Genesee Theatre - Waukegan

    One of the most fun shows ever!!!! Entertaining and he was just fantastic with the audience and his "tricks"Would see again in a heartbeat

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    So much fun!

    by J. G. on 9/9/23

    This was truly such a fun show by Carbanaro! I bought tickets for my brother and my fiancé for their birthdays, and we all had a great time! Carbanaro was such a funny, kind, and entertaining guy! He made the show really fun and we laughed so much. He made it feel really intimate and engaged with the audience a whole lot. He has wonderful stage presence and we definitely want to go to another one of his shows. All the tricks were interesting and fun! I loved his tv show, and I feel he transferred that really well into a live show.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Like that he goes into the audience

    by He was great. Always enjoyed him on tv on 8/29/23

    Great at his trade and funny. Love watching him preform

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    It was okay!

    by Lynn T on 8/28/23

    The show was okay I’ve never been to a magic show I didn’t know what to expect. But you should go I did like the jokes and magic was cute

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Magical

    by Lynnandpaul on 8/28/23

    MC was even better in person than on TV. I will be going back whenever he returns to STL. The theater seating sucked. I have more room in the back seat of an old Mustang. They set up some rows with 12 chairs but sold 14 tickets.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Really enjoyed the show.

    by Effective Carbonaro effect on 8/28/23

    There was not a bad seat and Michael really got the audience participation. The show did not disappoint. Laughed and was amazed.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Loved it!

    by Evan on 8/28/23

    I loved every minute of this show! Not only was the magic wonderful but Michael Carbonaro's acting and comedic expertise is icing on the cake. He is so multi talented and creates an instant love between himself and his audience. I would go again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing and Exciting!

    by Boo on 8/28/23

    Michael Carbonaro never fails to keep you engaged, laughing, and speechless! He is cleverly talented and his jaw dropping magic keeps you on the edge of your seat! The shows are amazing and the audience interaction and participation is entertaining!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fabulous entertainment and lots of laughs

    by Gayle on 8/27/23

    The Paramount in Huntington is a great venue for a show! Michael Carbanaro was an excellent showman & very entertaining. The audience participation was great!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    FROZEN

    by Not a liar... on 8/27/23

    The Paramount is one of my favorite venues on Long Island. I took my 9 year old to this show. There was no opening act and it was over before 9:30pm, which was nice for a family outing on a weekday. However, alcohol was being sold (which is fine for mature adults), and these 2 young girls who looked underage, were drinking, screaming obscenities and disrupting the entire show for those of us in the balcony. A large fellow behind us asked them to simmer down but they disrespectfully declined and got louder. Between that and the HUGE fans blowing ice cold air on everyone, it was quite miserable. People were tucked inside of their clothes and huddling next to each other because it was so cold. (It's summer and 85 degrees outside). We asked someone to please turn them off and we were told NO. After a while, people started to leave. So thumbs down to the staff at the Paramount who did nothing about the screaming and the freezing cold. The 3 stars are for Mr. Cabanaro who worked hard to perform. It was slow going at first but had a few good moments toward the end. We all agreed that his TV show is much more entertaining. But I'm glad we supported a hometown guy.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fun night out

    by Stacey on 8/27/23

    It was a great show. Michael kept us entertained from beginning to end.

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Very disappointed

    by Dred on 8/27/23

    The show was boring, guy talked about himself for 20 minutes. Overall wouldn't recommend. Also, tickets prices were high for the quality of entertainment.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Always an amazing show!!

    by SeaLight on 8/24/23

    I wondered what it was like seeing a magic show in person, especially since we knew Michael from his hit hidden camera TV show The Carbonaro Effect. We didn't know how his live show would be. We saw him live for the first time in 2016 and he did not disappoint! It was a very amusing show and we laughed the entire time. Fast forward to this show in 2023 and this show was equally hysterical. He also came down into the audience to have some members be a part of the show and he was 3 seats away from us which was amazing! We can't wait to bring our kids here the next time he tours!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    🤩 Amazing

    by E. B. on 8/16/23

    When I went he gave me the cover for his suit and my friend went on the stage. He is so awesome and funny I would see him again!😀